Spandau Ballet – I'll Fly For You

Spandau Ballet – I'll Fly For You

Released in 1984, “I'll Fly For You” is one of the most elegant and atmospheric singles from Spandau Ballet's mid-eighties period. Taken from their fourth studio album, Parade, the track showcases the band's sophisticated blend of new wave, synth-pop and polished pop songwriting, with Tony Hadley’s expressive vocals bringing warmth and romance to Gary Kemp’s composition.

Produced by Spandau Ballet alongside Steve Jolley and Tony Swain, the song moves away from the sharper, more urgent sound of the band's early New Romantic hits in favour of a smoother, more expansive arrangement. Its graceful melody, richly layered production and understated rhythmic drive helped make it a UK Top 10 hit, reaching number nine in August 1984.

This three-track 12-inch single gives the song room to breathe, pairing the Long Version with the extended Glide Mix, offering two different perspectives on its dreamy, atmospheric sound. The inclusion of a live recording of “To Cut A Long Story Short” adds an appealing connection to the band's earlier, more angular sound and New Romantic beginnings.

A fine piece of 1980s British pop, this release will appeal to Spandau Ballet fans, New Romantic enthusiasts and collectors of classic Chrysalis-era 12-inch singles.

Tracklist

Side A

1. I'll Fly For You (Long Version) (5:34)

2. To Cut A Long Story Short (Recorded Live) (5:02)

Side B

1. I'll Fly For You (Glide Mix) (7:13)